University Heights Travel Guide
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Self-Guided Iowa Scavenger Hunt: City of Literature
Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals

Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City University Heights
"Hotel was very clean and the overall feel was upbeat and fun."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Backyard on Melrose - Walk to Kinnick & Hospital
"The onsite manager Tim was very good to work with this weekend. The house was clean and smelled great upon arrival. We did see some bugs in the basement bedroom with the bunkbeds (bottom bunk) but we think they were gnats and not bed bugs at least so all was well. But wanted you to know for future ..."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026

Melrose Place - Kinnick's Best Game Day Experience

5 minute walk to Kinnick Stadium! Perfect GAMEDAY stay!
Spacious 4-bedroom house

3 blocks from the University of Iowa Kinnick Stadium & Hospital
"Host communicates great, the property was very clean, and check-in/check-out was easy!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Architect-Designed Modern Home in University Heights, minutes walk from Kinnick
Our guide on where to stay in University Heights
Downtown
While visiting Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa City Public Library and The Englert Theater.

Mann
While visiting Mann, you might make a stop by sights like Iowa Old Capitol Building and Old Capitol Museum.

Twain
While there might not be top attractions in Twain, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pleasant Valley Golf Course and Iowa City Public Library.

Weber
While visiting Weber, you might make a stop by sights like Redbird Farms Wildlife Area and Frytown Conservation Area.
Manville Heights
While Manville Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carver-Hawkeye Arena and Kinnick Stadium.





